Lyrics Quote by Meg Wolitzer
““The way Susannah sings 'The Wind Will Carry Us' is so sad," he murmured. "Yeah, it really is." "It makes me think of the way people devote their lives to each other, and then one of them just leaves, or even dies." "I hadn't thought of it that way," said Jules, who had never understood those lyrics, in particular how a single wind could carry two people apart. "I know this sounds picky, but wouldn't the wind carry them together ?” she asked. “It's one breeze. It just blows one way, not two." "Huh. Let me think about it." He thought briefly. "You're right. It doesn't make sense. But still, it's very melancholy.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: “The Wife Between Us” by Meg Wolitzer, 2018
The wind metaphor explores how love can separate or unite people, prompting reflection on fate and connection.
In simple terms: Wind symbolizes love’s ability to separate or unite.
Key Takeaway
Reflect on forces shaping relationships.
Themes
love
fate
connection
Mood
melancholic
thoughtful
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- relationship counseling
- creative writing
- philosophical discussion
Key Concepts
metaphor
human experience
Questions to Reflect On
- What does the wind represent for you?
- Can love overcome distance?
A Different Perspective
Metaphors may oversimplify complex emotions.
